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AF03 XJE

2003 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

179,588 mi
Last recorded179,588 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 XJE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2020 179,588 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 169,713 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 167,156 miles

both front brake flexi pipes perished

front tyres perished

Pass 18 Feb 2017 162,979 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2017 162,759 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 158,893 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 152,624 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 148,505 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 138,548 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 128,946 miles

cuts in o/s/f tyre but not showing cords at time of test

Fail 30 Aug 2011 128,946 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

cuts in o/s/f tyre but not showing cords at time of test

Pass 24 Aug 2010 118,600 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 112,963 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres starting wear on edges

both rear tyres close to wear bars

Fail 11 Aug 2009 112,963 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres starting wear on edges

both rear tyres close to wear bars

Pass 7 Feb 2008 99,092 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 837,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

crash damage to front offside bumper fog lamp glass broken plastic inner wing was touching tyre

Pass 26 Feb 2007 837,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

crash damage to front offside bumper fog lamp glass broken plastic inner wing was touching tyre

Pass 24 Feb 2006 64,588 miles

offside front fog light broken and not working.

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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AF03 XJE is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 87,452 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 XJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF03 XJE registered?

AF03 XJE is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AF03 XJE safe to buy?

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